Funktion/fʊŋkˈt͡si̯oːn/function; role; job
Funktion is a German noun that means function, role, or job. It is pronounced /fʊŋkˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Funktionen".
Definitions
1.relationship where one value depends on another; mathematical function(mathematics/science)
a.mathematical term for a rule connecting an input with an output
Die Funktion f(x) = x² beschreibt eine Parabel.—The function f(x) = x² describes a parabola.
2.purpose or technical job something fulfills(general/technology)
a.task or duty fulfilled by a person or thing
Die Hauptfunktion dieses Geräts ist es, Daten zu speichern.—The main function of this device is to store data.
3.role, office, or position someone holds(social/role)
a.official duty or job of a person
Er hat eine wichtige Funktion im Unternehmen übernommen.—He has taken on an important role in the company.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Funktion | die Funktionen |
| Genitive | der Funktion | der Funktionen |
| Dative | der Funktion | den Funktionen |
| Accusative | die Funktion | die Funktionen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Funktion" mean in English?
- "Funktion" means function, role, or job. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Funktion"?
- "Funktion" is pronounced /fʊŋkˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Funktion" der, die, or das?
- "Funktion" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Funktion"?
- The plural of "Funktion" is "Funktionen".
- What part of speech is "Funktion"?
- "Funktion" is a noun in German.
